You what Meaning in English
expression
ˈju/ /ˈhwət/, /ˈwət
YOO WUHT
jˈuː/ /wˈɒt
YOO WOT
Definition
An informal and emphatic way of asking someone to repeat what they just said, often used when you are surprised, offended, or didn’t hear clearly.
Usage & Nuances
Extremely informal and mostly used in British English, often to challenge or show surprise at what someone said. Can sound aggressive or confrontational, so avoid in formal situations. Not a direct substitute for 'pardon?' or 'sorry?'. Common in TV, films, and among friends.
Spanish: ¿cómo dices? - ¿qué? (enfático)Portuguese (BR): oi? - o quê? (enfático)Portuguese (PT): desculpa? - o quê? (enfático)Chinese (Simplified): 你说什么？ - 啥？（强调）Chinese (Traditional): 你說什麼？ - 啥？（強調）Hindi: तुमने क्या कहा? - क्या? (ज़ोर देकर)Arabic: ماذا قلت؟ - ماذا؟ (بتأكيد)Bengali: কি বললে? - কী শুনলাম?Russian: Что ты сказал? - Ты что? (разг.)Japanese: なんだって？ - 何て言った？Vietnamese: Cái gì cơ? - Gì vậy?Korean: 뭐라고? - 뭐?Turkish: Ne dedin? - Ne diyorsun?Urdu: کیا کہا تم نے؟Indonesian: Apa? - Kamu bilang apa?
Example Sentences
You what? I didn't hear you.
basic
When he called me a liar, I said, 'You what?'
basic
She mumbled something and I went, 'You what?'
basic
You what? Say that again, please!
natural
If you insult me again, it's 'you what?' and we're done.
natural
He looked at me and just went, 'You what?' like he couldn't believe it.
natural